Blue Wing Olive · Fly Tying Materials
Blue Wing Olive Slotted Tungsten Beads, 3.2 mm, Metallic Red, 25-Pack
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Heavy tungsten beads that add weight and shine to nymphs, with a smooth surface for easy thread passage.
These slotted tungsten beads come as a pack of 25 in a 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) size with a metallic red finish. The slot lets a tyer slide the bead onto the hook from the side, which suits nymphs and jigs where added weight at the head helps a fly sink. Fly tyers building patterns that need a bright red head will find a full pack covers a good number of flies.
Best for
- Tying weighted nymphs for deep water
- Building Euro-style nymph rigs
- Experienced fly tiers building custom patterns
Skip if
- You tie only dry flies and floating patterns
- You tie large streamers requiring bigger beads
Strengths
- Tungsten is denser than brass, sinks faster
- 97% purity ensures smooth, consistent beads
- Metallic finish adds attractiveness to nymphs
Trade-offs
- 3.2mm is one size; other sizes require separate packs
- Slotted beads occasionally split thread on tying
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | tungsten bead |
|---|---|
| Count | 25 |
| Diameter | 3.2 mm (1/8 in) |
| Material | 97% tungsten |
| Availability | 136 size/color combinations |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Wing Olive Slotted Tungsten Beads, Gold, 2.8 mm, 25-Pack | Color:Gold | Suits:— |
| Blue Wing Olive Slotted Tungsten Beads, 3.2 mm, Metallic Red, 25-Pack | Color:Metallic Red | Suits:— |
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